Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Chinatown / Kensington Market

33 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Cottage Cheese

4.8

Exceptional(37)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Harbourfront

Booked 6 times today

Our intimate restaurant is dedicated to creating meaningful connections through Indian food culture, represented by its rich flavours and decadent ingredients. Our passion for sourcing local ingredients and combining them with techniques and traditional flavours into irresistible food items is our mission and greatest joy.We invite you to be a part of our wholesome curation and enjoy your meal!

2. Enigma Yorkville

4.8

Exceptional(521)

Price: Very Expensive

• International • Yorkville

Booked 4 times today

Enigma Yorkville is a modern international restaurant nestled on the picturesque St. Thomas Street in Toronto’s historic Yorkville. Under the leadership of Chef Quinton Bennett, whose international resume and well-traveled kitchen team bring a wealth of global influences—from the Nordics to Nihon—Enigma crafts dishes that are delicate, poised, and intricately detailed. Enigma offers a dynamic, seasonal blind tasting menu that seamlessly blends the finest local and international ingredients, delivering a dining experience that is both refined and globally inspired.

3. DaNico

4.8

Exceptional(253)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 28 times today

Toronto's highly anticipated dining destination, open in the historic landmark bank building at the heart of the vibrant Palmerston-Little Italy neighborhood.A collaboration between renowned hospitality entrepreneur Nick Di Donato of Liberty Entertainment Group and celebrated Executive Chef and partner Daniele Corona, DaNico redefines the Italian dining experience. Here, contemporary Italian culinary traditions meet exceptional service, unparalleled hospitality, and a bespoke design that sets the stage for a truly unforgettable experience.Michelin-starred Chef Daniele Corona, known for his innovative approach to modern Italian cuisine, blends authentic Italian flavors with subtle Asian influences and techniques, all while showcasing the finest local and sustainable ingredients from across the country. The result is a menu that is as sophisticated as it is memorable, offering guests an extraordinary journey through the best of both Italian and global culinary traditions.

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4. Canoe Restaurant and Bar

4.5

Awesome(6236)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Financial District

Booked 82 times today

Critically acclaimed to be among Canada’s best restaurants, Canoe's unique location high atop the TD Bank Tower affords a breathtaking view of the city and Lake Ontario. The design, originally conceptualized by noted designers Yabu Pushelberg and most recently refreshed by Solid Design Creative, is clean and simple, yet absolutely stylish - a brilliant reflection of Canada's rich raw environment. That same brilliance is captured through the flavours and textures of Chef Ron McKinlay’s inspired regional Canadian cuisine.

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5. Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House

4.5

Awesome(274)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Entertainment District

Booked 83 times today

Liberty Entertainment Group's 2024 project in the iconic Union Station. Blue Bovine combines the traditional steakhouse with the traditional Japanese sushi house to fashion a distinctly modern dining experience. Combining custom elements, such as exclusively designed Canadian maple wood furniture, manufactured in Toronto with bespoke artwork, handcrafted lighting details, and a warm colour palette of deep reds, seawater blues and layers of white to reflect Toronto's four seasons. Honouring the integrity of local and natural elements, the restaurant's ethos is expressed both through the commitment to local menu ingredients on the plate and local and natural material honesty in the design.

6. Byblos Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(3995)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District

Booked 63 times today

Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients, using time-honored classic cooking techniques and modern methods. Our chef has created dishes that showcase the regionally-specific spices and flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard to craft a menu that will be a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.

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7. Volos Greek Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(2419)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Financial District

Booked 20 times today

Fresh, healthy flavours and emphasis on beautiful presentation please both the appetite and eyes at Volos. Modern twists on traditional Greek dishes and Greek twists on local Canadian ingredients create a contemporary culinary experience rooted in authenticity. The restaurant sources the highest quality local produce, superior quality cuts of meat and the best fish, delivered daily. Like the menu, the interior plays with different Greek elements and motifs. Natural wood and stone combined with artful and ambient lighting lend a seductive and comfortable atmosphere.We invite you to enjoy the Volos experience.

8. Richmond Station

4.7

Exceptional(867)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Financial District

Booked 66 times today

Richmond Station is a stopping place—a bustling neighbourhood restaurant in Toronto's downtown core. We are committed to delicious food and excellent hospitality. Founded by Top Chef Canada winner Carl Heinrich, Richmond Station is an ingredient-focused and technique-driven neighbourhood restaurant steps from the Eaton Centre and Yonge-Dundas Square. Our open kitchen invites guests to witness the craftsmanship that goes into every plate, from our signature Station Burger to our rotating chef's tasting menu. Whether you're joining us for a casual lunch, an intimate dinner, or a celebratory gathering, Richmond Station offers a warm atmosphere that makes all feel welcome. We believe that exceptional service is an integral part of our dining experience, which is why we operate with a "hospitality included" model. This means that gratuities are not accepted, as the service cost is already reflected in our pricing. For parties of 8 or more, please email reservations@richmondstation.ca.

9. El Catrin

4.6

Exceptional(5583)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Distillery District

Booked 119 times today

Situated in the vibrant Distillery Historic District, El Catrin Destileria combines an exciting, tapas-style menu with Canada’s largest collection of mezcal and tequila. Celebrated as one of Toronto’s top dining spots, we offer a fun and lively atmosphere where traditional and modern Mexican cuisine come together for a truly transportive experience. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or enjoying a delightful brunch with friends, our local ingredients and vibrant flavours promise a transportive dining experience. Join us for delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, and unforgettable moments!

10. SARA

4.8

Exceptional(108)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • King West

Booked 12 times today

The innovative dining concept and sister restaurant to RASA, provides a calm oasis in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District. The latest collaboration from Adrian Niman and Adam Minster (the team behind RASA) offers a selection of inspired sharing plates. Using local ingredients and refined techniques, SARA’s menu showcases cuisines and cooking practices from around the globe.SARA ’s thoughtful design — from the furniture to the food — nudges guests to fully immerse themselves in the shared dining experience, disconnect from external distractions, and reconnect with one another.

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Julie
Ottawa •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience with excellent cuisine and customer service.
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Canoe Restaurant and BarPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Financial District
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4.5
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Aryan
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was amazing! The futo maki is one of the best sushi’s I’ve ever had. The drinks were great - however, based on the prices of sushi, the drinks were a little expensive ($25). It was my girlfriend’s birthday and the free Prosecco and the wine cork gift made up for it. 9/10 recommendation 🙂
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Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Entertainment District
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4.5
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Wan Yin
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
First time Italian cuisine. Wine tasting is a bonus. I learned a lot tonight. First tasting menu I tried ever with different groups of wine pairing on each dish by a certified wine specialist explaining how the pairing works and how they interwined. Thank you.
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DaNicoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / College St.
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4.8
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Everett
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our drinks took a while and came to the table in 3 trip each one with a 2-3 minute wait between. Our meal felt very rushed, the plates for the mains were being set while we were eating our appetizers, a little patience from the server while we were enjoying our food would have been appreciated.
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The Cottage CheesePrice: Moderate• Indian• Harbourfront
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4.8
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Codyvip
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I cannot say enough good things about this evening’s dinner. We absolutely loved chef Bennett. The hospitality was unmatched and the food was even better. 5 out of 5 stars. We will 100% be back!
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Enigma YorkvillePrice: Very Expensive• International• Yorkville
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4.8

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. The Cottage Cheese

2. Enigma Yorkville

3. DaNico

4. Canoe Restaurant and Bar

5. Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House

6. Byblos Downtown

7. Volos Greek Cuisine

8. Richmond Station

9. El Catrin

10. SARA

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